Just as is the case with many other European countries, Hungarian given names are often rooted in deep religious and cultural traditions. For this reason, the most common Hungarian names are influenced by Christian saints and other religious figures. An example of this is Katalin, which is derived from St. Catherine of Alexandria, who was an important cultural figure in the 15th century.
Of course, it’s the same for many Hungarian boy names as well. Take Joska, for example. Joska is the Hungarian version of Joseph, so naturally, it has the same meaning of ‘God is gracious.’ While it’s popular in the home of the Magyars, it’s still extremely rare here in the U.S.–there are only four birth records with this name between 1944 and 2024.
Some popular names come from other countries, like Andris. Originally from France, this name means ‘man or warrior.’ A variant we’re more familiar with is Andrew, so naturally this name is a hit with Hungarian parents of baby boys. Stateside, however, it’s yet to make a splash–much like Joska–so consider this name if you’re looking for a European twist on an American classic.
Some names, like Miklos, have actually made their mark in the American baby-naming game (relatively speaking). Between 1900 and 2024, over 2,800 baby boys received this name, and it’s actually a variant of the Greek name Nicholas which means ‘victory of the people.’
Check out our extensive list below for more interesting and culturally-rich Hungarian boy names.
Aba
Meaning: Father
Origin: Hungarian
Adelbert
Meaning: Bright or noble
Origin: Hungarian
Agoston
Meaning: Staff of the gods
Origin: Hungarian
Ambrus
Meaning: Immortal
Origin: Hungarian
Andor
Meaning: Manly
Origin: Hungarian
Arpad
Meaning: Wanderer
Origin: Hungarian
Atilla
Meaning: Beloved father
Origin: Hungarian
Bajnok
Meaning: Victor
Origin: Hungarian
Bars
Meaning: Pepper
Origin: Hungarian
Becse
Meaning: The kite
Origin: Hungarian
Benci
Meaning: Blessed
Origin:Hungarian
Beriszl
Meaning: Honor
Origin: Hungarian
Bod
Meaning: Branch
Origin: Hungarian
Bodi
Meaning: God bless the King
Origin: Hungarian
Bodor
Meaning: Curly
Origin: Hungarian
Csepel
Meaning: Young forest
Origin: Hungarian
Csongor
Meaning: Hunting bird
Origin: Hungarian
Dacso
Meaning: God judges.
Origin: Hungarian
Deco
Meaning: Lord
Origin: Hungarian
Deli
Meaning: Warrior
Origin: Hungarian
Domokos
Meaning: God`s own
Origin: Hungarian
Egyed
Meaning: Shieldbearer
Origin: Hungarian
Elek
Meaning: Helper and defender of mankind
Origin: Hungarian
Ervin
Meaning: Mariner
Origin: Hungarian
Farkas
Meaning: Wolf
Origin: Hungarian
Ferko
Meaning: Free
Origin: Hungarian
Fodor
Meaning: Curly haired
Origin: Hungarian
Fredek
Meaning: Peaceful ruler
Origin: Hungarian
Frigyes
Meaning: Peace
Origin: Hungarian
Gara
Meaning: Goshawk
Origin: Hungarian
Gazsi
Meaning: Protects the treasure
Origin: Hungarian
Gergo
Meaning: Watchful
Origin: Hungarian
Gerzson
Meaning: Stranger
Origin: Hungarian
Gyala
Meaning: Youthful
Origin: Hungarian
Gyula
Meaning: Name of a honor
Origin: Hungarian
Hont
Meaning: Dogbreeder
Origin: Hungarian
Imre
Meaning: Innocent
Origin: Hungarian
Izsak
Meaning: Laughter
Origin: Hungarian
Kalman
Meaning: Strong and manly
Origin: Hungarian
Kaplony
Meaning: Tiger
Origin: Hungarian
Kardos
Meaning: Swordsman
Origin: Hungarian
Kardos
Meaning: Falcon
Origin: Hungarian
Kartal
Meaning: Eagle
Origin: Hungarian
Kelemen
Meaning: Gentle
Origin: Hungarian
Kemenes
Meaning: Furnace maker
Origin: Hungarian
Keve
Meaning: Pebble
Origin: Hungarian
Kolos
Meaning: Scholar
Origin: Hungarian
Laborc
Meaning: Brave panther
Origin: Hungarian
Lél
Meaning: Bugler
Origin: Hungarian
Lehel
Meaning: Breathes
Origin: Hungarian
